Monkton Prep School
School summary
Set in Bath, Monkton Prep is a small, mixed independent school with a Christian ethos and a roll of around 311 pupils. Its compact size lends itself to a close community feel, and both day and boarding places are available. The Christian character runs through the life of the school, reflected too in its bursary policy, which gives priority to the children of clergy and missionaries among boarders. Families seeking a faith-rooted preparatory education with the option of boarding will find a clear sense of identity here, led by Mrs Catherine Winchcombe.
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Inspection reports
Teaching & academics
As an independent prep school, Monkton is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted. French features in the curriculum, giving pupils an early introduction to modern languages. The school runs an Excellence Programme of scholarships, which recognise ability without carrying a fee discount.
Languages
Head · Mrs Catherine Winchcombe
Beyond the classroom
Cricket is a mainstay of the sporting programme. Boarding adds an additional dimension to school life beyond the academic day.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
No phones policy. Pupils hand phones in at reception for duration of school day. Boarders allowed limited periods to contact home.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,860 - £26,415
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £34,875 - £38,475
A few bursaries offered. Priority given to children of clergy and missionaries (boarding only).
Schools nearby
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A small Christian prep in Bath offering day and boarding places, with bursary priority for clergy and missionary families. Day fees range from £13,860 to £26,415, with boarding up to £38,475.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.